What LeBron James did immediately after telling LA Lakers he was leaving

2 Jul 2026 • 2:24 PM MYT
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Everybody is wondering what LeBron James’ next move will be after confirming his exit from the LA Lakers.

James called time on his eight-year stint with the Lakers and became a free agent.

A number of franchises such as Golden State Warriors have been linked, while there have also been suggestions of a return to the Miami Heat or Cleveland Cavaliers.

All that can wait for now though, with something else on the 41-year-old’s mind after announcing his departure.

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LeBron James spotted playing golf after Lakers departure

Leaving the Lakers sent shockwaves around the basketball world but James seems far more focused on his downtime.

He reportedly went golfing straight after confirmation was public, and he is taking his time to decide on where he makes his next move.

Reports also add that the 41-year-old wants to find a franchise that will allow him to enjoy his basketball as he winds down in the latter stages of his career.

His agent, Rich Paul confirmed this by saying on the Game Over podcast: “I think it’s more so having the ability to compete for the possibility to compete for winning a championship…

“I’ve spoken to about 12-14 teams… As long as there is indoor and outdoor golf, I think he’ll be fine…. I think you can say being competitive. I think you can say having guys who understand how to play at a high level.

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